About Vechigen
Vechigen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.975° latitude and 7.549° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Vechigen, Vechigen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Vechigen
The climate in Vechigen is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Vechigen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Vechigen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Vechigen: 1991–2020 normals
In Vechigen (726 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.4 °C. The warmest month is July (17.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.6 °C). About 1090 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (121 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). The sun shines for about 1796 hours a year, mostly in July (245 h). On average there are 94 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.8 °C and the absolute minimum −11.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.6 °C | 10.2 °C | −11.1 °C | 65 | 66 | 23 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.3 °C | 12.3 °C | −10.4 °C | 59 | 94 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.4 °C | 17.4 °C | −6.4 °C | 69 | 151 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.1 °C | 21.8 °C | −2.8 °C | 82 | 179 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 12.3 °C | 26.0 °C | 1.1 °C | 119 | 197 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 16.0 °C | 29.3 °C | 4.7 °C | 111 | 223 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 17.9 °C | 30.8 °C | 7.5 °C | 117 | 245 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 17.5 °C | 30.2 °C | 6.8 °C | 121 | 228 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 13.2 °C | 25.0 °C | 3.0 °C | 92 | 175 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 8.7 °C | 20.2 °C | −1.5 °C | 91 | 119 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.5 °C | 14.6 °C | −6.2 °C | 81 | 66 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.1 °C | 10.6 °C | −9.9 °C | 84 | 53 | 21 | 0 |
| Year | 8.4 °C | 30.8 °C | −11.1 °C | 1090 | 1796 | 94 | 47 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Bern / Zollikofen (7 km, 553 m), Koppigen (17 km, 485 m), Langnau i.E. (20 km, 744 m), adjusted to the elevation of Vechigen (726 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Vechigen
What is the weather in Vechigen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Vechigen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Vechigen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Vechigen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Vechigen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Vechigen.
What is the air quality in Vechigen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Vechigen.
Are there weather alerts for Vechigen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Vechigen located?
Vechigen sits at around 726 m above sea level in the canton of Bern. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Vechigen?
The warmest month in Vechigen is July, averaging 17.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Vechigen per year?
Vechigen receives about 1090 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (121 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit Vechigen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.9 °C on average, 245 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.